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Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8

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SUVPetrolAutomaticAWDYear 2008G
425
Horsepower · 313 kW
5.0s
0–100 km/h
245
km/h top speed
16.1
l/100 km

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 is a suv powered by a petrol engine delivering 425 hp (313 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5 s and reaches a top speed of 245 km/h. Drive is routed to the all-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 16.1 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 380 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2008 as part of the Jeep Grand Cherokee Facelift 2008 (2008-2011) generation, and sits alongside 7 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 produces 425 hp (313 kW).

How fast does the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8?

The top speed of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 is 245 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 has a combined fuel consumption of 16.1 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 emits 380 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 have?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 sends power through the AWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 has a 6,059 cc engine with 8 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 produces 569 Nm of torque.

When was the Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 introduced?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 HEMI V8 SRT8 was introduced in 2008.